Serving 1,200 students in grades 6-8, Farnell Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,200 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Farnell Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Farnell Middle School's student population of 1,200 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,200 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Farnell Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Farnell Middle School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#429 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
3%
Hispanic
27%
37%
Black
4%
21%
White
50%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farnell Middle School's ranking?
Farnell Middle School is ranked #429 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Farnell Middle School often compared to?
Farnell Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Davidsen Middle School, Walker Middle Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Farnell Middle School?
1,200 students attend Farnell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Farnell Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Farnell Middle School?
Farnell Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Farnell Middle School offer ?
Farnell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Farnell Middle School part of?
Farnell Middle School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Reviews
5 5/17/2021
I used to go here in 2002 for 7th grade. I made a lot of good friends and I loved going to that school every day. My favorite class was Language arts with Mrs. Layman she was also my math teacher. My favorite book I read in her class was The Watsons Goes To Birmingham and we even got to see the Movie version of the book. Mrs. Layman, if you're reading this You're THE BEST TEACHER I EVER HAD IN MY LIFE!
5 3/27/2020
I used to go here. Until 7th grade, when I moved. I miss it so much. It's a very dramatic school, and someone with extreme social anxiety like myself barely could survive. But I wish I could've managed better. I could have had friends. But how can you have friends when you don't even talk? Anyway, It's a good school. I wish I could contact some students there. I miss them.-Kailyn W.
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